chevrolet sonic 2012 Complaints

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was designed poorly and positioned to close to the ground. as a result, the front end of the vehicle would rub the ground while driving. an authorized dealer was notified and stated that the vehicle was designed to specification. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 8 and the current mileage was 491.

Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH9C4

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i turned on windshield wipers & the engine died. this was the first time it had rained after i bought the car & really did not at this time associate the wipers & the engine dying until later that same day when contacted a friend of mine to drive the car. the dealer contacted gm about the problem but they don't seem to be very concerned about the problem. the dealer replaced the wiper motor but that did not solve the problem. it is a long story & i'm very concerned for the safety of myself & others. it died the other day in traffic when it started to rain & i turned on the wipers and almost was hit by a truck. please contact me, it would be easier for him to explain in person about the problem.

Reported in: BUCHANAN TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH0C4

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

i turned on windshield wipers & the engine died. this was the first time it had rained after i bought the car & really did not at this time associate the wipers & the engine dying until later that same day when contacted a friend of mine to drive the car. the dealer contacted gm about the problem but they don't seem to be very concerned about the problem. the dealer replaced the wiper motor but that did not solve the problem. it is a long story & i'm very concerned for the safety of myself & others. it died the other day in traffic when it started to rain & i turned on the wipers and almost was hit by a truck. please contact me, it would be easier for him to explain in person about the problem.

Reported in: BUCHANAN TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH0C4

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic ls. the contact stated that while sitting on an incline, the hill holder was engaged yet the vehicle rolled away in reverse. on a separate occasion while driving 45 mph, the brakes started to squeal after being depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for both failures. the dealer confirmed there was corrosion along the rear brakes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 925 and the current mileage was 1041. updated 04/25/12*lj the consumer stated the transmission would not shift into gear. updated 04/30/12

Reported in: OLD FORT NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH1C4

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic ls. the contact stated that while sitting on an incline, the hill holder was engaged yet the vehicle rolled away in reverse. on a separate occasion while driving 45 mph, the brakes started to squeal after being depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for both failures. the dealer confirmed there was corrosion along the rear brakes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 925 and the current mileage was 1041. updated 04/25/12*lj the consumer stated the transmission would not shift into gear. updated 04/30/12

Reported in: OLD FORT NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH1C4

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that the front passenger side airbag would not identify that a passenger was sitting in the seat. the contact also stated that the windshield wiper obstructed the field of vision while driving. the dealer was notified, but denied assistance with repairs of the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5 and the current mileage was 2,000.the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WOODRIDGE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that the front passenger side airbag would not identify that a passenger was sitting in the seat. the contact also stated that the windshield wiper obstructed the field of vision while driving. the dealer was notified, but denied assistance with repairs of the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 5 and the current mileage was 2,000.the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WOODRIDGE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

first problem was the check engine light came on. called onstar and they said it had something to do with emission. called dealer, they checked it out and said it was a faulty evap solenoid. dealer replaced solenoid on 3-22-2012. while there, they also told me there was a recall on the drivers side airbag. i never received any notice about a recall. said they fixed that too. problem # 2- today 4-15, 2012, when i apply the brakes, its making what seems like a rubbing sound !! called onstar again, but they couldn't tell me anything. i will be taking this piece of crap car back to the dealers !! this car is only 4 months old with 2800 miles on it. !!

Reported in: PARADISE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

when i am driving on city streets and am behind a car that is turning i have to slow down. when i give it gas at around 2k rpm. the car has some hesitation like it cant find a gear to be in. it has done it seance about 100 miles. has 7000 miles on it now. was told it was the transmission trying to find its shift points as you break it in at 1000 miles.(berger chevy) also when in garage and start car it sounds fine. but once i put it in rev. i hear lost lot pings coming from the engine area. started after deer crash. took to berger chevy where car was bought. they found nothing but just body damage. hood, front end, and passage side all replace. with 600 miles on car.

Reported in: KENTWOOD MI || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

when i am driving on city streets and am behind a car that is turning i have to slow down. when i give it gas at around 2k rpm. the car has some hesitation like it cant find a gear to be in. it has done it seance about 100 miles. has 7000 miles on it now. was told it was the transmission trying to find its shift points as you break it in at 1000 miles.(berger chevy) also when in garage and start car it sounds fine. but once i put it in rev. i hear lost lot pings coming from the engine area. started after deer crash. took to berger chevy where car was bought. they found nothing but just body damage. hood, front end, and passage side all replace. with 600 miles on car.

Reported in: KENTWOOD MI || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that there was a burning plastic smell in the interior of the vehicle and was causing discomfort to the contact's nose, eyes, clothes and taste. the contact stated that the odor would be come uncomfortable after being in the vehicle for a minimum of 45 minutes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer five times who confirmed the smell but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the manufacturer was notified and advised that an investigator would be sent to further assess the failure. the failure mileage was 400 and the current mileage was 2,100.

Reported in: TACOMA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH4C4

POWER TRAIN

i purchased my car brand new with 3 miles on it in november 2011. when i hit around 7500 miles i noticed the car when stopped on a hill would drift backwards - when i got to 7800 miles the whenever i was in traffic traveling around 5-13 mph i noticed the car would not shift on it's own the rpm's would shoot up and the tach would rev but the car would not go. i would need to put it in park and then drive and it would be fine. this happened almost every day for about 2 weeks. when going to park and put it in reverse to back in the car would hesitate about 30 seconds before it would move.. i contacted my dealer and took it in. onstar said they did not find issues when they checked. the dealer corrected the problem.. on the engine control module they had to reprogram it with sps ( not sure what the means ) and it now works like the day i pulled it off the lot.... they also left me know if there are any other issues to contact them right away and they would get it right in. on the electrical - the driver window button sticks and window will go up and down on it's own until you get the button un-stuck -- this is also being repaired by the dealer however they had to order parts .. when they come in is to be determined. *tt

Reported in: PALMERTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH5C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i purchased my car brand new with 3 miles on it in november 2011. when i hit around 7500 miles i noticed the car when stopped on a hill would drift backwards - when i got to 7800 miles the whenever i was in traffic traveling around 5-13 mph i noticed the car would not shift on it's own the rpm's would shoot up and the tach would rev but the car would not go. i would need to put it in park and then drive and it would be fine. this happened almost every day for about 2 weeks. when going to park and put it in reverse to back in the car would hesitate about 30 seconds before it would move.. i contacted my dealer and took it in. onstar said they did not find issues when they checked. the dealer corrected the problem.. on the engine control module they had to reprogram it with sps ( not sure what the means ) and it now works like the day i pulled it off the lot.... they also left me know if there are any other issues to contact them right away and they would get it right in. on the electrical - the driver window button sticks and window will go up and down on it's own until you get the button un-stuck -- this is also being repaired by the dealer however they had to order parts .. when they come in is to be determined. *tt

Reported in: PALMERTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH5C4

STEERING

the steering wheel started "hunting" (shaking left and right) and resisted attempts to steer the vehicle. although the car was still controllable, it was difficult to handle. this happens both while stopped and while driving. the problem is intermittent and is not thermal (will happen both at cold start-up and when vehicle is up to operating temperature. it is not effected by ambient temperature). the dealer reprogrammed the electronic brake control module with sps 155 wt40, stating the current programming was incorrect. the invoice reported a code: "c0710 symptom 4b sensor not learned relearn steering sensor". the problem returned after approx 100 miles of use. additionally, onstar notified me (approx 25 may 2012) that the backup battery for its system was faulty and required immediate service. i mention this because i do not know if the backup battery for onstar is common to any backup systems for the sonic's computers. i am returning the vehicle to the dealer for additional investigation and service.

Reported in: HALES CORNERS WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JD6SB2C4

STEERING

we purchased a new 2012 chevrolet sonic sedan. the first time that we drove it at highway and interstate speeds we noticed that the vehicle was very difficult to keep in the driving lane. we returned to the dealer and after a new set of tires, then later a new set of larger wheels and tires there has been some improvement in handling. i am 55 years old and have driven many different cars and trucks and this is the worst driving vehicle ever. this car is dangerous to drive and something needs to be done about it. it is the worst on concrete roads that have been ground but handling is always bad. i hope you will take a serious look at this car before someone gets killed.

Reported in: MALDEN MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

we purchased a new 2012 chevrolet sonic sedan. the first time that we drove it at highway and interstate speeds we noticed that the vehicle was very difficult to keep in the driving lane. we returned to the dealer and after a new set of tires, then later a new set of larger wheels and tires there has been some improvement in handling. i am 55 years old and have driven many different cars and trucks and this is the worst driving vehicle ever. this car is dangerous to drive and something needs to be done about it. it is the worst on concrete roads that have been ground but handling is always bad. i hope you will take a serious look at this car before someone gets killed.

Reported in: MALDEN MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that she crashed into the rear of a trailer twice and the front driver side air bag failed to deploy. in addition, the hood separated from the vehicle. the contact sustained injuries to the knee, left shoulder and back. the vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure and the current mileage was 1,000.

Reported in: CLAWSON MI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH5C4

SUSPENSION

we bought the chevy sonic brand new, off the dealers lot. when driving at 55 mph or above we found that the car drifts excessively and is very hard to keep in the lane. on a few occasions driving at posted highway speeds we were forced to slow down because of radical swerving. our first complaints to the service department were answered with "it's the new electronic steering, you'll get used to it" after driving a few more weeks with no improvement, we took it back in to the service department to have it looked at. a notice concerning the belly pan causing steering problems on cars built before january 2012 was recognized and it was removed from our vehicle which helped only a small amount. upon two more visits to the service department, nothing else was found. both my wife and i have driven a variety of new vehicles including small cars with a combined driving experience of 70 years and this is the first time we've had an issue with a new vehicle. the steering on this car is dangerous and needs to be resolved before someone gets hurt.

Reported in: MARION MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH5C4

STEERING

we bought the chevy sonic brand new, off the dealers lot. when driving at 55 mph or above we found that the car drifts excessively and is very hard to keep in the lane. on a few occasions driving at posted highway speeds we were forced to slow down because of radical swerving. our first complaints to the service department were answered with "it's the new electronic steering, you'll get used to it" after driving a few more weeks with no improvement, we took it back in to the service department to have it looked at. a notice concerning the belly pan causing steering problems on cars built before january 2012 was recognized and it was removed from our vehicle which helped only a small amount. upon two more visits to the service department, nothing else was found. both my wife and i have driven a variety of new vehicles including small cars with a combined driving experience of 70 years and this is the first time we've had an issue with a new vehicle. the steering on this car is dangerous and needs to be resolved before someone gets hurt.

Reported in: MARION MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH5C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

stalls easily and frequently when pulling out from a stop and is then difficult to restart, or i must wait about 5 seconds before i can attempt a restart. uneven idle most of the time. dealer blames me for the stalling (says i'm not used to the manual transmission, but many are complaining on the online forum www.sonicownersforum.com) most importantly, yesterday (08/04/2012), the fully warmed 1.4l turbo engine in my sonic rev'd to from idle (750 rpm) to exactly 3,000 rpm then back down to 750 rpm (while 6 spd manual in neutral, clutch fully depressed, right foot firmly on the brake and not touching the accelerator pedal. i had stopped at the end of a driveway and was waiting on traffic so that i could pull out. my right foot never moved from the brake pedal and was in no way touching the accelerator pedal. the idle speed increased to 3,000 rpm all on it's own and back down to idle, much to my shock and amazement. thankfully, i was fully stopped. at only 3,070 miles and not yet 3 months of ownership, my new 2012 sonic is beginning to have a mind of it's own.

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

ENGINE

stalls easily and frequently when pulling out from a stop and is then difficult to restart, or i must wait about 5 seconds before i can attempt a restart. uneven idle most of the time. dealer blames me for the stalling (says i'm not used to the manual transmission, but many are complaining on the online forum www.sonicownersforum.com) most importantly, yesterday (08/04/2012), the fully warmed 1.4l turbo engine in my sonic rev'd to from idle (750 rpm) to exactly 3,000 rpm then back down to 750 rpm (while 6 spd manual in neutral, clutch fully depressed, right foot firmly on the brake and not touching the accelerator pedal. i had stopped at the end of a driveway and was waiting on traffic so that i could pull out. my right foot never moved from the brake pedal and was in no way touching the accelerator pedal. the idle speed increased to 3,000 rpm all on it's own and back down to idle, much to my shock and amazement. thankfully, i was fully stopped. at only 3,070 miles and not yet 3 months of ownership, my new 2012 sonic is beginning to have a mind of it's own.

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

stalls easily and frequently when pulling out from a stop and is then difficult to restart, or i must wait about 5 seconds before i can attempt a restart. uneven idle most of the time. dealer blames me for the stalling (says i'm not used to the manual transmission, but many are complaining on the online forum www.sonicownersforum.com) most importantly, yesterday (08/04/2012), the fully warmed 1.4l turbo engine in my sonic rev'd to from idle (750 rpm) to exactly 3,000 rpm then back down to 750 rpm (while 6 spd manual in neutral, clutch fully depressed, right foot firmly on the brake and not touching the accelerator pedal. i had stopped at the end of a driveway and was waiting on traffic so that i could pull out. my right foot never moved from the brake pedal and was in no way touching the accelerator pedal. the idle speed increased to 3,000 rpm all on it's own and back down to idle, much to my shock and amazement. thankfully, i was fully stopped. at only 3,070 miles and not yet 3 months of ownership, my new 2012 sonic is beginning to have a mind of it's own.

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

POWER TRAIN

after disengaging, engaging, and then disengaging the clutch to place the vehicle in reverse the transmission grinds.

Reported in: MARTINSBURG WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

multiple reports of daewoo sonics (and cruzes, also sourced from daewoo though assembled in the united states) equipped with the 1.4l turbocharged engine stalling out and/or accelerating poorly in warm/hot conditions when using 87 octane fuel. these vehicles are unsafe in warm weather when owners use regular, unleaded gasoline, even though the manufacturer does not prohibit low octane fuel from being used. (premium fuel is "recommended" but not required, and the demographic groups that will purchase these cars likely will not wish to spend additional money for premium fuel for economical, subcompact automobiles.) nhtsa needs to investigate these examples of government motors once again endangering the general public.

Reported in: ANYTOWN MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that he could hear a grinding noise whenever making a turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might have been cause by a defective suspension. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to send a lubrication kit to remedy the problem. the failure mileage was 12,000. ...updated 10/19/12 *bf updated 10/25/2012 *js

Reported in: KILLINGWORTH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH1C4

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that he could hear a grinding noise whenever making a turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might have been cause by a defective suspension. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to send a lubrication kit to remedy the problem. the failure mileage was 12,000. ...updated 10/19/12 *bf updated 10/25/2012 *js

Reported in: KILLINGWORTH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH1C4

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that he could hear a grinding noise whenever making a turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might have been cause by a defective suspension. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to send a lubrication kit to remedy the problem. the failure mileage was 12,000. ...updated 10/19/12 *bf updated 10/25/2012 *js

Reported in: KILLINGWORTH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH1C4

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that he could hear a grinding noise whenever making a turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might have been cause by a defective suspension. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to send a lubrication kit to remedy the problem. the failure mileage was 12,000. ...updated 10/19/12 *bf updated 10/25/2012 *js

Reported in: KILLINGWORTH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH1C4

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that he could hear a grinding noise whenever making a turn. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might have been cause by a defective suspension. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who offered to send a lubrication kit to remedy the problem. the failure mileage was 12,000. ...updated 10/19/12 *bf updated 10/25/2012 *js

Reported in: KILLINGWORTH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH1C4

POWER TRAIN

the chevrolet sonic that we had started having trouble shifting out of the first and second gears around 9000 miles. it is a brand new car with an automatic transmission. in mid june of 2012 we started noticing that the when the transmission went to shift to a higher gear it would stick, then shift hard, thus causing the vehicle to lurch forward. on june 25, 2012 we were driving it home when again the problem shifting started again. this time however, the transmission stuck in second gear and would not shift up or down. the car had to be towed to the dealership we purchased it from and it took two weeks to repair. the technicians told us that there was faulty control link out and replaced it. they test drove it and it still didn't fix the problem. the tech's determined that replacement part was faulty and replaced it with another one. after this the car was given back to us. the car performed well until september 2012 when it started doing the same thing again. when approaching speeds of 17 to 18 miles per hour, the transmission will attempt to shift, get stuck and jerk forward. it eventually shifts but not easily. the rpms when it does this is approximately 3500 rpms. it also gets stuck when there is a little more torque needed around 25 to 28 miles per hours. this is what concerns me as a driver is that when it does it at this speed, the rpms are 5500 to 6000 and when it gets stuck and cant shift, the rpms will actually red line or reach 7000 rpm. my wife and i again took the car to the same dealership who said that since there is no error code or fault code they are consulting the engineers and technicians from general motors. they have been unable to determine that cause only that it is an internal problem with the transmission.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH9C4

POWER TRAIN

this vehicle is very dangerous and unsafe and needs to be recalled. i was going to make a right turn out of a red light numerous amounts of times and when going to speed up to make a right turn the vehicle would get stuck or stall out and not speed up. i almost got hit by larger vehicles four times now because it stalls out when going to accelerate. i have talked to four other people with this vehicle and they said they have the same problems!

Reported in: MURRYSVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH5C4

ENGINE

issues began with an intermittent rattle at cold start after car had been sitting about 30mins to an hr, from being driven. no codes showing so went un-repaired, once pinpointed, it was replicated, still no codes, no fix, starting about aug 2012 after my 1st service car began to shake at idle while stopped in d, started getting worse progressively. vehicle stalled in middle of intersection while trying to shift itself (auto trans) into 3rd, violent jerk to a stop and immediately picked itself up and jerked forward and moved, with my children in the car. next stall occurred about 3-4 weeks later, idled so rough and low while in d at a stop light, car bogged down and stalled, started itself right back up. engine power surging began at this point. while braking or on brake while stopped, engine would power surge thrusting car forward, came very close to hitting several cars while pulling into parking spot from these surges. had taken vehicle in multiple times between 1st occurrence and this point in sept. it was duplicated with multiple symptoms at once, including as given from dealer: hard shaking, misfire, and rattle/knock at cold start. only code to show was for the misfire, repair: valve cleaning, not fixed. rattle became a knocking. idle meanwhile getting rougher. took back for knocking, surging, rough idle, stalling. no codes, repair: gm tech assist had camshaft actuators replaced , fixed knocking/rattle at cold start only! idle worse, now loss of engine power intermittently causing vehicle to hardly move, had vehicle back less than 24hrs. almost had a "t-bone" accident and head on into a pole in same incident due to said loss of power. asked for replacement (after 7 service repair attempts), request presently in limbo, no offer of replacement thus far! i am severely concerned for my family's safety at this point, clearly defective in itself with no codes showing.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

POWER TRAIN

issues began with an intermittent rattle at cold start after car had been sitting about 30mins to an hr, from being driven. no codes showing so went un-repaired, once pinpointed, it was replicated, still no codes, no fix, starting about aug 2012 after my 1st service car began to shake at idle while stopped in d, started getting worse progressively. vehicle stalled in middle of intersection while trying to shift itself (auto trans) into 3rd, violent jerk to a stop and immediately picked itself up and jerked forward and moved, with my children in the car. next stall occurred about 3-4 weeks later, idled so rough and low while in d at a stop light, car bogged down and stalled, started itself right back up. engine power surging began at this point. while braking or on brake while stopped, engine would power surge thrusting car forward, came very close to hitting several cars while pulling into parking spot from these surges. had taken vehicle in multiple times between 1st occurrence and this point in sept. it was duplicated with multiple symptoms at once, including as given from dealer: hard shaking, misfire, and rattle/knock at cold start. only code to show was for the misfire, repair: valve cleaning, not fixed. rattle became a knocking. idle meanwhile getting rougher. took back for knocking, surging, rough idle, stalling. no codes, repair: gm tech assist had camshaft actuators replaced , fixed knocking/rattle at cold start only! idle worse, now loss of engine power intermittently causing vehicle to hardly move, had vehicle back less than 24hrs. almost had a "t-bone" accident and head on into a pole in same incident due to said loss of power. asked for replacement (after 7 service repair attempts), request presently in limbo, no offer of replacement thus far! i am severely concerned for my family's safety at this point, clearly defective in itself with no codes showing.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

WHEELS

my vehicle is unsafe i purchased the car in september have control issues at highway speeds my car sways all over the road dealer will not help me .i am not the only one complaints online everywhere please investigate this car before someone gets killed for driving and unsafe car.

Reported in: BRIDGEVIEW IL || Crash: N || VIN #: IGIJA55H1C4

SUSPENSION

my vehicle is unsafe i purchased the car in september have control issues at highway speeds my car sways all over the road dealer will not help me .i am not the only one complaints online everywhere please investigate this car before someone gets killed for driving and unsafe car.

Reported in: BRIDGEVIEW IL || Crash: N || VIN #: IGIJA55H1C4

ENGINE

november 26,2012 we financed a 2012 chevy sonic on november 17th. it only had 5 miles on it. sweet. right??? nope by wed november 21st the engine light came on and the car was over heating. it was spilling out coolant fluid everywhere. since it was the holidays i has to wait till friday after thanksgiving to get it towed to the dealership where i purchased it. it is monday november 26th and it is still in the shop. the service tech said they fixed what they thought was the problem, but it didn't fix the problem. so now they say it's something else now. what a drag! they gave me a loaner on monday and reassured me that there would be no cost to me, and everything would be covered under warranty. well of course i just got the darn thing.. i'm really disappointed because this is the fourth car i bought from this dealership. well tomorrow is tuesday november 27th let's see what happens. i should fight for a different new car!!!!!

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH3C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

radio randomly turns on when car is shut off. last night it turned on 13 times. it activates the full electrical system in the car. won't shut off unless car is started and xm radio is tuned to fm and shut off. then if your lucky it may stay off. i have been reporting this to the dealership in vermont and chevrolet for 8 months. they tell me it is not an issue. they tested radio said it works fine. it is worse when cold out. radio randomly turns on. will not shut off.

Reported in: BRISTOL VT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JE5SH9C4

ENGINE

this car when sitting at a idle shakes it don't matter if you start it up in the morning or in the day or night. it acts like it has a misfire when driving like all the cylinders aren't working properly. taken to dealer twice since i bought it new in march 2012. has a rough idle everyday ,after it warms up and you drive where ever you are going and then sit at a idle it bogs down,shakes the car. and im tired of going through this the dealer says its normal . and that the tech guys say its there number one complaint! im upside down in it so im stuck unless i can maybe file the lemon law.the dealer told me the first time i went that it was the alternator from sitting overnight. lol really??? and that the chevy trucks do it too. come on....and if the car has 3 or less bats showing on the gas area it runs even crappier like its going to break down right in the street. i have the 5 speed, and its a terrible car!

Reported in: POWDER SPRINGS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JD6SH3C4

POWER TRAIN

vehicle stalls when pulling out from a stop, and/or at low speeds when the clutch is pushed in. then, it takes three seconds before the car can attempt to be re-started! very dangerous when turning left across a highway or into traffic, especially since there is what seems to be a 'programmed' waiting period of 3 seconds before you can attempt to re-started. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

vehicle stalls when pulling out from a stop, and/or at low speeds when the clutch is pushed in. then, it takes three seconds before the car can attempt to be re-started! very dangerous when turning left across a highway or into traffic, especially since there is what seems to be a 'programmed' waiting period of 3 seconds before you can attempt to re-started. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

ENGINE

vehicle stalls when pulling out from a stop, and/or at low speeds when the clutch is pushed in. then, it takes three seconds before the car can attempt to be re-started! very dangerous when turning left across a highway or into traffic, especially since there is what seems to be a 'programmed' waiting period of 3 seconds before you can attempt to re-started. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

idles roughly, idle increases dramatically while the car is at a stop, and the engine stalls very frequently, regardless of temperature or weather conditions. on start-up, or while stopped with the engine running, the idle will become rough and vary between 200-3,000 rpm, but not stall. also at times, while stopped, the idle will increase from normal, smooth idle up to about 3,000 rpm for approximately one second, then drop back down to 750 rpm (normal idle speed) without touching the accelerator. the engine will also stall at parking lot speeds when i push in the clutch to shift from 2nd to 1st gear. the car also often stalls when pulling out from a stop. a re-start cannot be attempted for approximately 3 seconds. turn the key, nothing happens. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still idles roughly and stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

ENGINE

idles roughly, idle increases dramatically while the car is at a stop, and the engine stalls very frequently, regardless of temperature or weather conditions. on start-up, or while stopped with the engine running, the idle will become rough and vary between 200-3,000 rpm, but not stall. also at times, while stopped, the idle will increase from normal, smooth idle up to about 3,000 rpm for approximately one second, then drop back down to 750 rpm (normal idle speed) without touching the accelerator. the engine will also stall at parking lot speeds when i push in the clutch to shift from 2nd to 1st gear. the car also often stalls when pulling out from a stop. a re-start cannot be attempted for approximately 3 seconds. turn the key, nothing happens. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still idles roughly and stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

idles roughly, idle increases dramatically while the car is at a stop, and the engine stalls very frequently, regardless of temperature or weather conditions. on start-up, or while stopped with the engine running, the idle will become rough and vary between 200-3,000 rpm, but not stall. also at times, while stopped, the idle will increase from normal, smooth idle up to about 3,000 rpm for approximately one second, then drop back down to 750 rpm (normal idle speed) without touching the accelerator. the engine will also stall at parking lot speeds when i push in the clutch to shift from 2nd to 1st gear. the car also often stalls when pulling out from a stop. a re-start cannot be attempted for approximately 3 seconds. turn the key, nothing happens. i've owned this vehicle (1.4l turbo engine with 6 spd manual transmission) since 05/21/2012, and over 8,000 miles later, it still idles roughly and stalls every time i drive it. the dealerships say, "cannot reproduce. operating to specifications."

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JF6SB4C4

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic equipped with hankook optimo tires, size: 195/65/r15 (n/a). the contact stated that she took the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change and noticed that there were bubbles in the front driver's side tire. the contact stated that she contacted the dealer and but they provided no assistance. the vehicle was repaired however, the failure later occurred on the rear passenger's side tire. the failure mileage was 9,000. the dot number was unavailable.

Reported in: LOVETT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA6SH6C4

POWER TRAIN

after only owning the 2012 sonic for less than 4 months and having only @ 3,700 miles on it, i have a problem with the transmission. i pulled out of my work driveway, and the engine was racing in drive but going nowhere. it was moving forward very slowly and not shifting. i eventually was able to get almost off the road, but my back end was sticking out into a major thoroughfare because it completely quit going forward . i put the car in park and back into drive to try to get it to move forward again. at that point, whether in drive, neutral, m1, etc, it was in reverse, so essentially the car ended up being even further sticking out in the busy road. i had to wait for a quick break in traffic and drive it in reverse the wrong way into a parking lot to get towed. dealership replaced solenoid pack but was not the problem. they tore transmission down and found it was a torn belt on the clutch fan, so they think. as of today, still fighting with general motors for a new transmission. they just want to fix it and extend warranty. i think that's unacceptable for a car with 3,700 miles on it .it's a shame gm won't stand up to their product. starting to feel this car was not a safe choice. seems to be a lot of complaints on the power train, especially shifting issues.

Reported in: NORTH HUNTINGDON PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

as i was driving down a intersection my car was going 50 miles an hour, then it just shut off. it's a 5 speed and it shut off and then started back up.the car was in 5 th gear at the time it was very scary im glad there was no one directly behind me. i've had problems with this car since day 1 there is other problems with it. but the dealers say its normal. they dont know why it did this. but this car is unsafe and to me its a lemon. i'm tired of feeling like a idiot this car has issues.

Reported in: POWDER SPRINGS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JD6SH3C4

POWER TRAIN

as i was driving down a intersection my car was going 50 miles an hour, then it just shut off. it's a 5 speed and it shut off and then started back up.the car was in 5 th gear at the time it was very scary im glad there was no one directly behind me. i've had problems with this car since day 1 there is other problems with it. but the dealers say its normal. they dont know why it did this. but this car is unsafe and to me its a lemon. i'm tired of feeling like a idiot this car has issues.

Reported in: POWDER SPRINGS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JD6SH3C4

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

the outside door mirrors are small and have blind spots. i've lost sight of vehicles i know where behind me. when gm became aware of this overlook in design of the 2012 chevy sonic, 2013 models were installed with the same size mirror with a small convex as part of the mirror to detect areas previous mirrors could not detect. this is a safety issue and i feel there should be a recall by gm to replace these mirrors.

Reported in: LEWISTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

idles dramatically while the car is at a stop, and the engine stalls very frequently, regardless of temperature or weather conditions. on start-up, or while stopped with the engine running, the idle will become rough and very between 200-3,000 rpm. also at times, while stopped, the idle will increase from normal, smooth idle up to about 3,000 rpm for approximately one second, then drop back down to 750 rpm (normal idle speed) without touching the accelerator. the automatic shifting from 1st to 3rd gear completely skips around. the car shifts are hard to the point, once you come to a stop it feels like the transmission is going to fall out.

Reported in: LITHIA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

ENGINE

idles dramatically while the car is at a stop, and the engine stalls very frequently, regardless of temperature or weather conditions. on start-up, or while stopped with the engine running, the idle will become rough and very between 200-3,000 rpm. also at times, while stopped, the idle will increase from normal, smooth idle up to about 3,000 rpm for approximately one second, then drop back down to 750 rpm (normal idle speed) without touching the accelerator. the automatic shifting from 1st to 3rd gear completely skips around. the car shifts are hard to the point, once you come to a stop it feels like the transmission is going to fall out.

Reported in: LITHIA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

accessory cigarette lighter was being used to charge a car phone while on a trip out of state, when we stopped to get gas and had the car off and returned it on after filled with gas all the gauges on the car went crazy dropping all the way down to zero on all gauges even though the car was working properly during this time, even the speedometer showed zero, i dont know if it was because we charging the phone or what caused it. but this only happened once so far.

Reported in: PONTIAC MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

was driving and smelt something burning and thought someone was burning something and i drove thru the smoke and so i kept driving and a mile down the road i kept smelling something burning so i pulled over and looked around in my car then got out and checked under the hood and nothing so i went ahead and drove home then looked around again and didn't find anything so i just went inside then the next day after it rained i seen that both my fog lights had moisture in them and when i got down and looked both my fog lights are all burnt and melted inside, i guess it got so hot it melted the light housing and all that.. it got so hot its black inside my fog lights and u can see where it got hot and the plasted melted and ran down to the bottom on the inside of my fogs.

Reported in: MORGANTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

STRUCTURE:BODY

was driving and smelt something burning and thought someone was burning something and i drove thru the smoke and so i kept driving and a mile down the road i kept smelling something burning so i pulled over and looked around in my car then got out and checked under the hood and nothing so i went ahead and drove home then looked around again and didn't find anything so i just went inside then the next day after it rained i seen that both my fog lights had moisture in them and when i got down and looked both my fog lights are all burnt and melted inside, i guess it got so hot it melted the light housing and all that.. it got so hot its black inside my fog lights and u can see where it got hot and the plasted melted and ran down to the bottom on the inside of my fogs.

Reported in: MORGANTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

was driving and smelt something burning and thought someone was burning something and i drove thru the smoke and so i kept driving and a mile down the road i kept smelling something burning so i pulled over and looked around in my car then got out and checked under the hood and nothing so i went ahead and drove home then looked around again and didn't find anything so i just went inside then the next day after it rained i seen that both my fog lights had moisture in them and when i got down and looked both my fog lights are all burnt and melted inside, i guess it got so hot it melted the light housing and all that.. it got so hot its black inside my fog lights and u can see where it got hot and the plasted melted and ran down to the bottom on the inside of my fogs.

Reported in: MORGANTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

SUSPENSION

first time the strut mount was replace with strut. i never heard the rubber tension/binding noise. the strut started making a popping noise before i took it to dealer at 13386 miles. it was finally duplicated at 19885 miles to have mount and strut replaced. 65886 mile replacing strut and mount again. 75922 stabilizer bar end links (per recall) 84869 only strut mount was replaced again 87000 strut mount has begun to make rubber tension/binding noise again. gm has been notified and i am working with local dealership and district specialist.

Reported in: GRAND JUNCTION CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JD5SB4C4

POWER TRAIN

the transmission began to jolt, thud, and otherwise not shift. leaving me extremely slow in high traffic. the selling dealership refused to replace the vehicle. gm refused to replace the vehicle. i contacted another chevy dealership they noted debris in the transmission and a faulty cam phaser (transmission) and the repair may not correct this.

Reported in: STANLEY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, she noticed a loud rattling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer five times for diagnosis. the technicians were unable to diagnose the failure. the contact stated the last time the failure occurred, the front passenger's side tire blew. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 30.

Reported in: EDGEWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA6SH8C4

POWER TRAIN

this car has so many problems. i have had it to the dealership on 4 separate occasions and it is getting ready to go in for the 5th time. each time so far i have been told the same thing...."it doesn't throw any codes and we can't get it to duplicate the issue so there is nothing to be done but just keep driving it and bring it back if it keeps happening"....{whatever did mechanics do back in the day before cars had computers?} - anyway, the transmission is automatic and acts like it is grabbing and doesn't want to shift up through the gears so it feels like hard shifting (started before it even had 10,000 miles on it) - it doesn't do it all the time, but often enough that it is a problem that i worry about (it's even done it when on cruise control a couple of times). now, at less than 30,000 miles the car is idling rough and when i press the brakes it makes a noise in the shifter? the autolights adjust themselves even when there is no change in lighting outdoors (pitch black night and the lights will dim down for no reason at 45mph running down the road with no other vehicles around, etc.) and the radio adjusts its volume the same way and it even turns itself off randomly. the traction control and stability trac lights come on sometimes, stay on for awhile and then go off. now that it's getting hot and i'm running the ac, it is acting up also - blowing full blast then dropping down, then back up again.... - dealer insists, no codes thrown, won't replicate problem when they have it, therefore no problem exists - this car has problems - i would not recommend a sonic to anyone. please investigate transmissions and electrical issues in these cars.

Reported in: CHELSEA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH5C4

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

this car has so many problems. i have had it to the dealership on 4 separate occasions and it is getting ready to go in for the 5th time. each time so far i have been told the same thing...."it doesn't throw any codes and we can't get it to duplicate the issue so there is nothing to be done but just keep driving it and bring it back if it keeps happening"....{whatever did mechanics do back in the day before cars had computers?} - anyway, the transmission is automatic and acts like it is grabbing and doesn't want to shift up through the gears so it feels like hard shifting (started before it even had 10,000 miles on it) - it doesn't do it all the time, but often enough that it is a problem that i worry about (it's even done it when on cruise control a couple of times). now, at less than 30,000 miles the car is idling rough and when i press the brakes it makes a noise in the shifter? the autolights adjust themselves even when there is no change in lighting outdoors (pitch black night and the lights will dim down for no reason at 45mph running down the road with no other vehicles around, etc.) and the radio adjusts its volume the same way and it even turns itself off randomly. the traction control and stability trac lights come on sometimes, stay on for awhile and then go off. now that it's getting hot and i'm running the ac, it is acting up also - blowing full blast then dropping down, then back up again.... - dealer insists, no codes thrown, won't replicate problem when they have it, therefore no problem exists - this car has problems - i would not recommend a sonic to anyone. please investigate transmissions and electrical issues in these cars.

Reported in: CHELSEA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH5C4

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

this car has so many problems. i have had it to the dealership on 4 separate occasions and it is getting ready to go in for the 5th time. each time so far i have been told the same thing...."it doesn't throw any codes and we can't get it to duplicate the issue so there is nothing to be done but just keep driving it and bring it back if it keeps happening"....{whatever did mechanics do back in the day before cars had computers?} - anyway, the transmission is automatic and acts like it is grabbing and doesn't want to shift up through the gears so it feels like hard shifting (started before it even had 10,000 miles on it) - it doesn't do it all the time, but often enough that it is a problem that i worry about (it's even done it when on cruise control a couple of times). now, at less than 30,000 miles the car is idling rough and when i press the brakes it makes a noise in the shifter? the autolights adjust themselves even when there is no change in lighting outdoors (pitch black night and the lights will dim down for no reason at 45mph running down the road with no other vehicles around, etc.) and the radio adjusts its volume the same way and it even turns itself off randomly. the traction control and stability trac lights come on sometimes, stay on for awhile and then go off. now that it's getting hot and i'm running the ac, it is acting up also - blowing full blast then dropping down, then back up again.... - dealer insists, no codes thrown, won't replicate problem when they have it, therefore no problem exists - this car has problems - i would not recommend a sonic to anyone. please investigate transmissions and electrical issues in these cars.

Reported in: CHELSEA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH5C4

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

on june 19, 2013, after picking up my 5 yr old grandson from summer camp, we were on our way to the park. i am driving approximately 45 mph and all of a sudden, my grandson opens the door! while the locks engage when put into gear, he was able to open the door! needless to say, i flipped out! that's not supposed to happen! my doors are supposed to be locked!!! i find this very dangerous and unsafe for anyone, any age! my car does have child locks, but why should i have to turn them on every time someone gets in my car when my locks automatically engage when put in gear!!!!!?????????? chevrolet has always been my favorite make of a vehicle and that is why i chose to buy one. plus, the sonic was a wise choice for me at the time because i was driving 60-75 miles a day back and forth to work and home. then more traveling on the weekends to mobile, al to visit family. after that incident, please mark my word, that i will never buy another chevy again, and i will make sure that no one else does as well. i will contact my local news station and hire an attorney, if i have to, make chevy improve my vehicle or give me something else that is safer for my family! what if something were to happen to my grandson? then what? what if it were you and your grandbaby or son or daughter? you best better believe that you would have the biggest lawsuit on your hands that you've ever had to witness!!! and i guarantee that you still will have one, if they don?t make this right! i am not asking for money (that?s not what i?m about), but simply another vehicle that is safer than the chevy sonic and to make all chevy sonics safer!!!! i am appalled that chevy would make a vehicle that is so unsafe!

Reported in: EIGHT MILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

on june 19, 2013, after picking up my 5 yr old grandson from summer camp, we were on our way to the park. i am driving approximately 45 mph and all of a sudden, my grandson opens the door! while the locks engage when put into gear, he was able to open the door! needless to say, i flipped out! that's not supposed to happen! my doors are supposed to be locked!!! i find this very dangerous and unsafe for anyone, any age! my car does have child locks, but why should i have to turn them on every time someone gets in my car when my locks automatically engage when put in gear!!!!!?????????? chevrolet has always been my favorite make of a vehicle and that is why i chose to buy one. plus, the sonic was a wise choice for me at the time because i was driving 60-75 miles a day back and forth to work and home. then more traveling on the weekends to mobile, al to visit family. after that incident, please mark my word, that i will never buy another chevy again, and i will make sure that no one else does as well. i will contact my local news station and hire an attorney, if i have to, make chevy improve my vehicle or give me something else that is safer for my family! what if something were to happen to my grandson? then what? what if it were you and your grandbaby or son or daughter? you best better believe that you would have the biggest lawsuit on your hands that you've ever had to witness!!! and i guarantee that you still will have one, if they don?t make this right! i am not asking for money (that?s not what i?m about), but simply another vehicle that is safer than the chevy sonic and to make all chevy sonics safer!!!! i am appalled that chevy would make a vehicle that is so unsafe!

Reported in: EIGHT MILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

having heard rattling in the front of her sonic my daughter took the car to the dealership where purchased. the main complaint was rattling from the front of her vehicle only. after much run around(from a supposed 5 star service department) they told her that it was intermittent and that they would not be able to find or duplicate the problem. so they sent her on her way. last week she was driving home and heard a loud bang. she thought she hit something or something hit her. no damage was displayed on the vehicle or in the roadway. a mystery bang for sure. i drove the car and heard nothing. not saying that there is nothing wrong but my daughters, as is everyone's, safety is at risk here. i am taking my daughters car back to the dealership and with recalls in hand will request inspections of every part on the recalls.

Reported in: CALVERTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH0C4

SUSPENSION

the rumbling/rubbing noise began on the passenger side of the front end of the car. with only 3,000+ miles on the car it was still under warranty and was taken to the service department. they found a leaking rf strut and noisy mount and replaced both parts. the replaced part seemed to remedy the rumbling problem but the front end still seemed unforgiving when it was driven on rough pavement. we began hearing a groaning/ rubbing/ grinding noise when the car was turning corners or while turning on an incline especially to the right and at 8,000 miles we returned the car and the service department said it was operating okay. the noise continued and at 13,000+ miles we returned the car and the service department found the mount to be binding on turns and replaced the rf strut mount. again, the problem remained and finally a service technician rode with us and heard the noise and agreed that it was not supposed to be there. so at 15,000 miles the car was in the service department for two and a half weeks. they replaced the rf strut and mount because the strut was not setting flush in the mount. during the time the car was in the shop the technician called and said they were able to fix the issue but there was still another noise they heard and they needed more time to work on it. we requested a ride along with the service technician and the noise was absent on turning right at a slow speed but very apparent now in the front end of the car when turning in to park at the service department. at that time we requested to speak with the service manager and are in the process of negotiating a deal for a different car as this seems to be an on-going issue. we loved the great gas mileage and sporty look but the suspension seems to be troubled.

Reported in: COLLINSVILLE OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH8C4

AIR BAGS

pulling out from a stop sign the vehicle was struck driver's side from left onto front bumper/front fender area by an oncoming vehicle. vehicle that struck sonic traveling 50+ mph impacted entire front of vehicle from left side damaging fenders, hood, bumper(no light casings or bulbs broken), moved radiator. none of the driver's front, side, or head airbags deployed. no airbags deployed at all. car was determined to be a total loss by insurance company. i requested a detailed listing of their findings and none was given to me. the car was taken quickly not allowing me to investigate the airbag failure. reasons for totaling it. i feel there was an issue with this vehicle and i have lost thousands of dollars that i will have to make up to replace the vehicle which i purchased only 54 weeks prior.

Reported in: HANOVER PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH9C4

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2012 chevy sonic lt automatic with the 1.8 liter. the car started having problems around 45,000 miles and has gotten worse over time.the car on cold start ups has a grinding sound. this grinding most of the time only happens on cold start ups but does at times happens on warm start ups. this sounds like metal against metal and it rattles. this seems to happen until the car is fully started and running. i am getting concerned because it is getting worse and louder.

Reported in: HUNTINGTON WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

ENGINE

i have a 2012 chevy sonic lt automatic with the 1.8 liter. the car started having problems around 45,000 miles and has gotten worse over time.the car on cold start ups has a grinding sound. this grinding most of the time only happens on cold start ups but does at times happens on warm start ups. this sounds like metal against metal and it rattles. this seems to happen until the car is fully started and running. i am getting concerned because it is getting worse and louder.

Reported in: HUNTINGTON WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i have a 2012 chevy sonic lt automatic with the 1.8 liter. the car started having problems around 45,000 miles and has gotten worse over time.the car on cold start ups has a grinding sound. this grinding most of the time only happens on cold start ups but does at times happens on warm start ups. this sounds like metal against metal and it rattles. this seems to happen until the car is fully started and running. i am getting concerned because it is getting worse and louder.

Reported in: HUNTINGTON WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i went to go some place when i noticed the passenger side of my windshield cracked. there is no chip indicating that something had hit it. the crack seems to have started from the edge of the windshield. it seems that the windshield had twisted. the crack is approx 8 to 12 inches and circles into an up side down u. i believe gm should look into this problem. i have checked to see if gm has a recall and they do not.

Reported in: SHENANDOAH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JE5SH2C4

SERVICE BRAKES

when i apply my brakes at low speed there is a rotational noise in the rear end. i found out on my last recall visit that gm knows of this issue and sent out a document, #pica dated 11/19/2012 saying they were working on the problem. i have contacted gm to see if they have resolved this issue. they reported back to me, after 3 weeks of phone conversations and talking to multiple persons, that the rear drums have to be re-designed and that they are working on the fix. i asked for a letter or email showing me the date my car will be fixed and that it is not a safety issue even though the problem is with the brakes. they refused me a letter or email on this issue and i only talk to someone with a first name. i have heard this same noise since 5/12/2012 but now it is getting louder.

Reported in: SANTA ROSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JE5SHXC4

SERVICE BRAKES

rear noise coming from the brake area. gm told me they have to re-design the rear brake drums, they wouldn't give me a fix date and wouldn't say if it was a safety problem. noise is getting louder. gm produced a document #3213219 nov 2012 saying they were working on the problem and didn't see it as a safety issue.

Reported in: SANTA ROSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JE5SHXC4

ENGINE

i brought my car in because there was something wrong with the steering. i asked that an oil change be done and when i picked it up the car had white smoke coming out of the engine and had a strong burning smell. there was a lot of smoke i was only gone 10 minutes from the dealer before i had to bring it back. brought it back dealer said they smelled burning and sprayed a deodorizer in vents to mask it, but they did not address the smoking that is still happening. filed compliant with gm requesting a buy back of vehicle. i bought the vehicle the first year it was out,and have also had multiple issues with the front end, air conditioner not to mention that the dealer dropped car off rack and caused damaged.

Reported in: PALATINE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH0C4

SUSPENSION

i brought my car in because there was something wrong with the steering. i asked that an oil change be done and when i picked it up the car had white smoke coming out of the engine and had a strong burning smell. there was a lot of smoke i was only gone 10 minutes from the dealer before i had to bring it back. brought it back dealer said they smelled burning and sprayed a deodorizer in vents to mask it, but they did not address the smoking that is still happening. filed compliant with gm requesting a buy back of vehicle. i bought the vehicle the first year it was out,and have also had multiple issues with the front end, air conditioner not to mention that the dealer dropped car off rack and caused damaged.

Reported in: PALATINE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH0C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i purchased my sonic in april of this year. i was initially wowed by the avg mpg i was attaining based on the avg reported by the car's computer. after a few fill ups i realized i was adding more gas than the mpg would indicate. since 6/21 i began recording the difference reported by the computer at each fill up & my manual calculations. the difference thru 10/17 averaged 5.6mpg (a low of 2.3 & a high of 8.4 mpg) always higher. i took it to the dealer & was told there was nothing they could do & that the svc mgr's cadillac had the same problem. in fact, i was told by him that the computer's figure was the "mpg the car was getting at the moment, not the avg since last fill up. i've called chevrolet, told numerous people about the problem. i was promised callbacks & have never gotten them.

Reported in: SUNRISE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH6C4

STEERING

during an continuous left had turn in a parking lot the steering locked up not allowing for the steering wheel to be brought back to center causing loss of control and collision with a curb inside of a parking lot. once impact with right front tire was made and damage sustained, minimal steering was regained allowing for car to be maneuvered to a safe location.

Reported in: CANTON MI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC5SHXC4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

after manually turning off the radio, turning off the car, removing the key from the ignition, exiting the car, locking and arming the car's alarm, the radio will turn itself back on. in some cases it has done this before we have even walked 20 feet from the car, in other cases it happens up to 2 hours after exiting (and locking) the car. it happens more than 75% of the time. shortly after the first time we observed the symptom, the check engine light came on and stayed on, but the dealership claimed it was no longer on after i dropped the car off (and it was definitely on when i exited the still running car for them to drive inside) and that there are no error codes in the history. they claim they cannot reproduce the radio issue.

Reported in: COUNTRYSIDE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

every cold start the is a grinding and rattle noise that comes from the timing side. i took it to chevy and they said that cant do anything unless they hear it which i thought was reasonable and the next morning they called and stated my car has no noise even tho this happens every cold start. i also have a loud knocking noise coming from the engine when it is warm or has been driven for more than 20minutes the dealer says its normal but at 21454 the noise is 3 times louder than ever before. i had a check engine light code p0011 intake camshaft position timing -over-advanced (bank-1) which i took in and they fixed it 4days later and it is back same code i called the dealer and they said to bring it in i explained i don't have a ride to work they said i have to figure it out because i have to pay the deposit for a rental i shouldn't even need. the engine also seems to sputter and lose power randomly also the rpms will go up to 2500 sometimes while stopping i have always drive. manual transmissions i believe i would know when i am pushing the gas! chevy seems like they don't want to touch my car until my warranty is out i am so disappointed by their actions and this car sad i got 4 of my friends to buy them too in 2013 i just want chevy to buy back my car or fix all of it! this is my first american 100% brand new car and i feel like it is the biggest mistake i have ever made. the whole we cant just cant look at it unless we see or hear it is kind of bs!

Reported in: GARDEN GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

when trying to cross a busy intersection, i had no power when i pressed on the gas pedal. the engine just revved. we slowly moved forward and were very nearly hit by both sides of oncoming traffic. i was able to pull over and put on flashers. i drove on the side of road until the gears engaged a few seconds later. ever since i still have issues merging on highways on in traffic.

Reported in: NORTH GROSVENORDALE CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH2C4

AIR BAGS

i was in a tbone accident where the driver was going well over my speed. after the hit, my head hit the driver's side window. the impact sent me spinning across the road into a wooded area where my passengers side struck a tree. i was out for a little while (not sure how long). when i came to my senses medical was on scene and i had a major headache and my left knee was pretty sore. i went to the emergency room that day to be informed that i suffered head and back injuries. after getting the vehicle inspected i was told that my particular vehicles had more airbags than the standard vehicle and my airbags should have deployed.

Reported in: VANDENBERG AFB CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

vehicle was struck on driver side by another car that failed to stop at a four way stop. the impact was mostly on the driver door. the airbag failed to deploy.

Reported in: WINTER GARDEN FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JA5SHXC4

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a chime sounded with the illumination of the engine oil pressure warning indicator. the failure also recurred upon starting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. the technician informed that the oil pressure indicator switch would need to be replaced. the vehicle was currently being repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 44,500.

Reported in: ALTOONA WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH8C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a chime sounded with the illumination of the engine oil pressure warning indicator. the failure also recurred upon starting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. the technician informed that the oil pressure indicator switch would need to be replaced. the vehicle was currently being repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 44,500.

Reported in: ALTOONA WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH8C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on or around december, 2014, the shift cover would not attach permanently. on or around march 10, 2014, the electrical access plug did not operate. on or around march 6, 2014, my mother was driving around 45mph, and we hit an elk. no airbags deployed.

Reported in: GRAND CANYON AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JB5SH7C4

POWER TRAIN

on or around december, 2014, the shift cover would not attach permanently. on or around march 10, 2014, the electrical access plug did not operate. on or around march 6, 2014, my mother was driving around 45mph, and we hit an elk. no airbags deployed.

Reported in: GRAND CANYON AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JB5SH7C4

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

on or around december, 2014, the shift cover would not attach permanently. on or around march 10, 2014, the electrical access plug did not operate. on or around march 6, 2014, my mother was driving around 45mph, and we hit an elk. no airbags deployed.

Reported in: GRAND CANYON AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JB5SH7C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated while making a turn at approximately 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the failure caused the contact to crash into a telephone pole. there were no injuries. a police report was not filed. the vehicle was not destroyed. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 8,500.

Reported in: AKRON IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JD5SH0C4

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

tl* the contact owns 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that the gear box became stuck on multiple occasions. the contact was unable to shift into park or remove the key from the ignition intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer to inspect, diagnose and repair the vehicle. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was not available.

Reported in: DOUGLASVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC65C1C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

my mother stated that she was sitting still at a red light waiting for it to turn green when out of no where the engine revved up and the car lunged forward causing her to strike the car that was in front of her. she managed to steering around that car and bring the car to a stop. she and my sister told me this is not the first time this has happened. both times the car was standing still and her feet were on the brakes.updated 06/03/14 *bf

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH0C4

ENGINE

a bad smell like rotten eggs, keeps coming out of the ac/c vents and the engine of the car. i changed the air filter and everything but nothing happen the smell does not go away.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JB6SH8C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

a bad smell like rotten eggs, keeps coming out of the ac/c vents and the engine of the car. i changed the air filter and everything but nothing happen the smell does not go away.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JB6SH8C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

a bad smell like rotten eggs, keeps coming out of the ac/c vents and the engine of the car. i changed the air filter and everything but nothing happen the smell does not go away.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JB6SH8C4

ENGINE

for about a month now everytime i go to park my car my shifter get stuck and i am unable to put my car in park or take the key out. i went to the dealer ship and i was told i could spend $150 to get it looked at & then spend how every much money it would be to fix it. i dont have that kind of money for that at the moment but now its to the point where i cant even drive my car at all because the shifter always gets stuck and i cant get my key out to park or put it in park drive reverse etc...... ! ! ! i have seen that a couple people are having this problem so its not just my car. but since it gets suck i can be driving down the road and hit the shifter by accident and it will move the car into another position because it dosnt click witch means i can go from driving to it being thrown into park or reverse in seconds. thats going to cause a accident! i need this fixed i drive with kids in my car on a daily basis .......... their is something wrong in the shifter

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH6C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

for about a month now everytime i go to park my car my shifter get stuck and i am unable to put my car in park or take the key out. i went to the dealer ship and i was told i could spend $150 to get it looked at & then spend how every much money it would be to fix it. i dont have that kind of money for that at the moment but now its to the point where i cant even drive my car at all because the shifter always gets stuck and i cant get my key out to park or put it in park drive reverse etc...... ! ! ! i have seen that a couple people are having this problem so its not just my car. but since it gets suck i can be driving down the road and hit the shifter by accident and it will move the car into another position because it dosnt click witch means i can go from driving to it being thrown into park or reverse in seconds. thats going to cause a accident! i need this fixed i drive with kids in my car on a daily basis .......... their is something wrong in the shifter

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH6C4

ENGINE

2012 chevrolet sonic. consumer writes in regards to recalls and vehicle repairs issues. *smd the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated. the knock sensor and lower transmission mount were replaced. *jb

Reported in: SPRING VALLEY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH1C4

POWER TRAIN

2012 chevrolet sonic. consumer writes in regards to recalls and vehicle repairs issues. *smd the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated. the knock sensor and lower transmission mount were replaced. *jb

Reported in: SPRING VALLEY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH1C4

SUSPENSION

the car has a popping noise when backing over a curb or turning slowly. ferman dealership in brandon, fl. could not find anything wrong. 2012 sonics have had many complaints about the popping noise under car. seems to be a suspension problem. dealer said they have not heard any complaints. they are not telling the truth.

Reported in: WIMAUMA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH6C4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the shifter mechanism gets stuck & the car cannot be put into drive. this happens many times-especially during the colder months, when the car cannot be shifted into drive & i am left stranded in extremely cold weather. additionally, gm refuses to admit the shifter is defective & refuses to buy the car back, as i am just a student in college working a part-time job. i bought this car because i needed a dependable car to get me back & fourth to college & my part-time job...because of the cars defects, i am often late for school & or work. plus, my sister also has a chevy 2006 aveo she was given, but this car also has the very same issue's with the shifter...therefore, when gm ceo mary barra testifies before congress and tells congress that gm is not hiding or covering-up any additional car problems...she is a liar & i am stuck with this pretty much useless car, that gm has my money & i don't have a dependable car & i/we are willing to offer both cars so that an independent expert mechanic can evaluate both cars to prove that gm indeed knew about these shifter mechanism defects going back to at least 2006 aveo model, but continued to sell these time-bombs to the young adults of this country, who are scrapping by to make ends-meat & try to get an education...then we buy a car from an arrogant, ruthless, evil, lying company & we have nowhere to turn...i tired an nj lemon law attorney, but i determined that he was actually i bed with gm & the other gm attorney. i want gm to take this car back, as i wouldn't sell it to my worst enemy, as that is not the right thing to do. i want gm to step-up to the plate & refund all my money so that i can go out & buy a dependable car from a reputable car company. my dad, michael larko, is also helping me with this mess.

Reported in: KEYPORT NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC65H3C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the battery go's dead when not started for more then2 days

Reported in: CASA GRANDE AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SHOC4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my vehicle has been a nightmare. in january i visited the dealership because my heater was not working. at that time i was told i would need to replace my battery soon that it had some leaking acid. three weeks later i replace the battery. at that time the dealership installed a new battery and sent me on my way. ive spent thousands since then repairing what the dealership described as a electrical nightmare. i also have told the dealership several times that there are transmission problems with my vehicle. i insisted they drive with me and although the transmission issues have been acknowledged, the dealership has been busy repairing the electrical damage of the battery, the have never touched my transmission. i still have transmission problems. my car hesitates and doesn't accelerate causing me to almost wreck several times. i also have had several ignition problems with my vehicle. one occasion my vehicle would not turn off. the key was in the off position but the car remained running for several hours until the battery was dead. anther occasion i was pumping gas and the vehicle was turned off. my two young children were in the vehicle and the car started cranking itself. it attempted to start three different times. my car stalls at red lights and will decelerate in the middle of heave traffic. i am frightened to drive my vehicle and fear for me and my childrens safety. i have contacted gm several times and have had my car in for repair numerous times. my salesperson advised me to file a lemon law report and my mechanic described my vehicle as an electrical nightmare. no gm rep can explain why my vehicles battery would have caused this much damage being my car was less than 2 years old. please help.

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH8C4

ENGINE

my vehicle has been a nightmare. in january i visited the dealership because my heater was not working. at that time i was told i would need to replace my battery soon that it had some leaking acid. three weeks later i replace the battery. at that time the dealership installed a new battery and sent me on my way. ive spent thousands since then repairing what the dealership described as a electrical nightmare. i also have told the dealership several times that there are transmission problems with my vehicle. i insisted they drive with me and although the transmission issues have been acknowledged, the dealership has been busy repairing the electrical damage of the battery, the have never touched my transmission. i still have transmission problems. my car hesitates and doesn't accelerate causing me to almost wreck several times. i also have had several ignition problems with my vehicle. one occasion my vehicle would not turn off. the key was in the off position but the car remained running for several hours until the battery was dead. anther occasion i was pumping gas and the vehicle was turned off. my two young children were in the vehicle and the car started cranking itself. it attempted to start three different times. my car stalls at red lights and will decelerate in the middle of heave traffic. i am frightened to drive my vehicle and fear for me and my childrens safety. i have contacted gm several times and have had my car in for repair numerous times. my salesperson advised me to file a lemon law report and my mechanic described my vehicle as an electrical nightmare. no gm rep can explain why my vehicles battery would have caused this much damage being my car was less than 2 years old. please help.

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH8C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my vehicle has been a nightmare. in january i visited the dealership because my heater was not working. at that time i was told i would need to replace my battery soon that it had some leaking acid. three weeks later i replace the battery. at that time the dealership installed a new battery and sent me on my way. ive spent thousands since then repairing what the dealership described as a electrical nightmare. i also have told the dealership several times that there are transmission problems with my vehicle. i insisted they drive with me and although the transmission issues have been acknowledged, the dealership has been busy repairing the electrical damage of the battery, the have never touched my transmission. i still have transmission problems. my car hesitates and doesn't accelerate causing me to almost wreck several times. i also have had several ignition problems with my vehicle. one occasion my vehicle would not turn off. the key was in the off position but the car remained running for several hours until the battery was dead. anther occasion i was pumping gas and the vehicle was turned off. my two young children were in the vehicle and the car started cranking itself. it attempted to start three different times. my car stalls at red lights and will decelerate in the middle of heave traffic. i am frightened to drive my vehicle and fear for me and my childrens safety. i have contacted gm several times and have had my car in for repair numerous times. my salesperson advised me to file a lemon law report and my mechanic described my vehicle as an electrical nightmare. no gm rep can explain why my vehicles battery would have caused this much damage being my car was less than 2 years old. please help.

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH8C4

POWER TRAIN

was driving and car stopped accelerating...had just enough power to coast out of traffic...car was running but would not move forward or reverse. did exactly what the recall stated if the transmission turbine shaft fracture occurs during vehicle operation in the first or second gear, the vehicle will not upshift to the third thru sixth gears limiting the vehicles speed...

Reported in: ARCHDALE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JE5SH6C4

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

i was driving down a 7% grade going down hill at 50 miles an hour my car shut off, steering locked and brakes didn't work the only thing i could use was the emergency brake if i wasn't calm and used my head me and my son would have died. my car now is making a loud noise and shaking after it warms up. my shifter gets stuck and i cant park or take my key out. everything in this car is an alarm for danger or death. i've called the dealership and they don't return my calls. i finally got a hold of them and they said i can bring it in but its not covered under warranty. we don't have that kind of money for repairs like this.

Reported in: PUYALLUP WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH4C4

SERVICE BRAKES

i was driving down a 7% grade going down hill at 50 miles an hour my car shut off, steering locked and brakes didn't work the only thing i could use was the emergency brake if i wasn't calm and used my head me and my son would have died. my car now is making a loud noise and shaking after it warms up. my shifter gets stuck and i cant park or take my key out. everything in this car is an alarm for danger or death. i've called the dealership and they don't return my calls. i finally got a hold of them and they said i can bring it in but its not covered under warranty. we don't have that kind of money for repairs like this.

Reported in: PUYALLUP WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH4C4

STEERING

i was driving down a 7% grade going down hill at 50 miles an hour my car shut off, steering locked and brakes didn't work the only thing i could use was the emergency brake if i wasn't calm and used my head me and my son would have died. my car now is making a loud noise and shaking after it warms up. my shifter gets stuck and i cant park or take my key out. everything in this car is an alarm for danger or death. i've called the dealership and they don't return my calls. i finally got a hold of them and they said i can bring it in but its not covered under warranty. we don't have that kind of money for repairs like this.

Reported in: PUYALLUP WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH4C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. when the contact attempted to place the vehicle into park, the key would not release from the ignition switch. the failure occurred thirty times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

Reported in: CLINTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH1C4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

automatic shifter button sticks which doesn't let the key to come out. it's very dangerous driving while the button is stuck in. you can bump the shifter n it'll take it out of gear due to the shifter button sticking n not popping out.

Reported in: CLINTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

vehicle has no power on acceleration so i lose power in intersections and on the highway.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

current mileage is 26.985 1. car seems to lose power when accelerating and hesitates (almost shutting down), it happens randomly while driving as well and is now happening more and more often. it' very dangerous when crossing intersections or making a right on red and especially dangerous when accelerating to enter a highway. 2. rear suspension makes strange noises upon backing up/stopping; 3. very bad odor coming from a/c vents....disgusting, almost smells like plastic burning or burning rotten eggs; 4. i hear strange noises in the back brakes, not constant but random and getting louder when it does happen; 5. wiper fluid not working, i've been told this is a recall issue; 6. the automatic dashboard lights are constantly changing, most especially when turning the wipers on/off. it doesn't seem to matter if you're in complete darkness or daylight. 7. sometimes the car will not lock until you put the key back in the ignition, restart the car, take it out of park and put it back in park. sometimes i have to do this 2 or 3 times, each time getting back out of the car to try to lock it. 8. steering this car on the highway at highway speeds is difficult...the car swerves and if it's a windy day it's beyond difficult to keep this car in the lane. very dangerous. 9. the radio turns itself on and off as it pleases. it took me years to be able to finally purchase a new car and now there are not only 6 recalls on the car but i also have all the additional problems listed above. there's a 45 day wait to have the recalls repaired and event with that i am now going to have to take a day off of work without pay to get this crap all fixed! i feel like i have wasted my money. so much for expecting reliability and quality.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

SUSPENSION

current mileage is 26.985 1. car seems to lose power when accelerating and hesitates (almost shutting down), it happens randomly while driving as well and is now happening more and more often. it' very dangerous when crossing intersections or making a right on red and especially dangerous when accelerating to enter a highway. 2. rear suspension makes strange noises upon backing up/stopping; 3. very bad odor coming from a/c vents....disgusting, almost smells like plastic burning or burning rotten eggs; 4. i hear strange noises in the back brakes, not constant but random and getting louder when it does happen; 5. wiper fluid not working, i've been told this is a recall issue; 6. the automatic dashboard lights are constantly changing, most especially when turning the wipers on/off. it doesn't seem to matter if you're in complete darkness or daylight. 7. sometimes the car will not lock until you put the key back in the ignition, restart the car, take it out of park and put it back in park. sometimes i have to do this 2 or 3 times, each time getting back out of the car to try to lock it. 8. steering this car on the highway at highway speeds is difficult...the car swerves and if it's a windy day it's beyond difficult to keep this car in the lane. very dangerous. 9. the radio turns itself on and off as it pleases. it took me years to be able to finally purchase a new car and now there are not only 6 recalls on the car but i also have all the additional problems listed above. there's a 45 day wait to have the recalls repaired and event with that i am now going to have to take a day off of work without pay to get this crap all fixed! i feel like i have wasted my money. so much for expecting reliability and quality.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

current mileage is 26.985 1. car seems to lose power when accelerating and hesitates (almost shutting down), it happens randomly while driving as well and is now happening more and more often. it' very dangerous when crossing intersections or making a right on red and especially dangerous when accelerating to enter a highway. 2. rear suspension makes strange noises upon backing up/stopping; 3. very bad odor coming from a/c vents....disgusting, almost smells like plastic burning or burning rotten eggs; 4. i hear strange noises in the back brakes, not constant but random and getting louder when it does happen; 5. wiper fluid not working, i've been told this is a recall issue; 6. the automatic dashboard lights are constantly changing, most especially when turning the wipers on/off. it doesn't seem to matter if you're in complete darkness or daylight. 7. sometimes the car will not lock until you put the key back in the ignition, restart the car, take it out of park and put it back in park. sometimes i have to do this 2 or 3 times, each time getting back out of the car to try to lock it. 8. steering this car on the highway at highway speeds is difficult...the car swerves and if it's a windy day it's beyond difficult to keep this car in the lane. very dangerous. 9. the radio turns itself on and off as it pleases. it took me years to be able to finally purchase a new car and now there are not only 6 recalls on the car but i also have all the additional problems listed above. there's a 45 day wait to have the recalls repaired and event with that i am now going to have to take a day off of work without pay to get this crap all fixed! i feel like i have wasted my money. so much for expecting reliability and quality.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

POWER TRAIN

while engaging the shifter assembly into gear, the button on the assembly becomes stuck. the car can then be moved from park into any gear by accident. also causing the key to be stuck inside the ignition of the vehicle.

Reported in: REDWOOD CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while engaging the shifter assembly into gear, the button on the assembly becomes stuck. the car can then be moved from park into any gear by accident. also causing the key to be stuck inside the ignition of the vehicle.

Reported in: REDWOOD CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the shifter button/knob always gets stuck. this vehicle has an automatic transmission so it wasn't included in the prior recall regarding the shifter. the car radio turns on by itself after i have removed by car key and locked the doors. this has caused the battery to drain and now it needs to be replaced. chevy dealer said that replacing the shifter "may" correct the issue with the radio. i would like to know why the shifter needs to be replaced after only 2 years of use. i have had much older cars with far less issues and never needed to have a shifter replaced. it appears to be a defect that they have not recalled yet.

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH7C4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the shifter button/knob always gets stuck. this vehicle has an automatic transmission so it wasn't included in the prior recall regarding the shifter. the car radio turns on by itself after i have removed by car key and locked the doors. this has caused the battery to drain and now it needs to be replaced. chevy dealer said that replacing the shifter "may" correct the issue with the radio. i would like to know why the shifter needs to be replaced after only 2 years of use. i have had much older cars with far less issues and never needed to have a shifter replaced. it appears to be a defect that they have not recalled yet.

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH7C4

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle would not shift to the correct gear causing the engine rpm to suddenly increase. also, the contact mentioned that when the vehicle would come to a stop, the vehicle would accelerate independently. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v315000 (power train). however, the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Reported in: NEW SYMRNA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle would not shift to the correct gear causing the engine rpm to suddenly increase. also, the contact mentioned that when the vehicle would come to a stop, the vehicle would accelerate independently. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v315000 (power train). however, the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Reported in: NEW SYMRNA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH2C4

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly shut off. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the battery connection was faulty. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 13,500.

Reported in: JACKSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH1C4

SUSPENSION

all ten (10) airbags failed to deploy when my car was struck by a driver attempting to pass me on the left as i was turning left. that driver was speeding, crossed the double-yellow line to pass, did not have insurance nor a driver's license. my driver's door took the initial impact strike and was deeply creased as the other car continued forward into mine, then the front left wheel was struck; the wheel and a rod connected flew off, my fender was obliterated, engine components were smashed, and my car spun around at least 200 degrees. the other driver was going so fast, it continued forward more than 150 feet before the driver could get his vehicle to stop after striking my car. the insurance company deemed my car a total loss. during the accident, my head violently struck the door frame and i was knocked unconscious. it is a miracle from god that i wasn't killed! my husband is livid to think i could have died... and to think that the 10 airbags were a big selling point for us when purchasing the vehicle. we thought we were getting a safe vehicle. we feel lied to and abused as there is nothing that can be done about this--so says an attorney--since i was not seriously injured nor killed. after my insurance company pays, i'll still owe about $4000 on my new-ish chevy sonic, and i am still required to pay the balance to ally (holding the loan for this gm car) for a product that didn't perform as it should have to keep me safe. how is this not a crime? isn't this robbery? gm should provide some kind of assistance since it advertised untrue statements about the vehicle. if we would have known the car was unsafe, we would not have bought it. there's too little justice in america these days. gm, if you will make this right, i will place a full page advertisement in my newspaper telling everyone you took responsibility for your fault.

Reported in: TEAGUE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH6C4

STRUCTURE:BODY

all ten (10) airbags failed to deploy when my car was struck by a driver attempting to pass me on the left as i was turning left. that driver was speeding, crossed the double-yellow line to pass, did not have insurance nor a driver's license. my driver's door took the initial impact strike and was deeply creased as the other car continued forward into mine, then the front left wheel was struck; the wheel and a rod connected flew off, my fender was obliterated, engine components were smashed, and my car spun around at least 200 degrees. the other driver was going so fast, it continued forward more than 150 feet before the driver could get his vehicle to stop after striking my car. the insurance company deemed my car a total loss. during the accident, my head violently struck the door frame and i was knocked unconscious. it is a miracle from god that i wasn't killed! my husband is livid to think i could have died... and to think that the 10 airbags were a big selling point for us when purchasing the vehicle. we thought we were getting a safe vehicle. we feel lied to and abused as there is nothing that can be done about this--so says an attorney--since i was not seriously injured nor killed. after my insurance company pays, i'll still owe about $4000 on my new-ish chevy sonic, and i am still required to pay the balance to ally (holding the loan for this gm car) for a product that didn't perform as it should have to keep me safe. how is this not a crime? isn't this robbery? gm should provide some kind of assistance since it advertised untrue statements about the vehicle. if we would have known the car was unsafe, we would not have bought it. there's too little justice in america these days. gm, if you will make this right, i will place a full page advertisement in my newspaper telling everyone you took responsibility for your fault.

Reported in: TEAGUE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH6C4

WHEELS

all ten (10) airbags failed to deploy when my car was struck by a driver attempting to pass me on the left as i was turning left. that driver was speeding, crossed the double-yellow line to pass, did not have insurance nor a driver's license. my driver's door took the initial impact strike and was deeply creased as the other car continued forward into mine, then the front left wheel was struck; the wheel and a rod connected flew off, my fender was obliterated, engine components were smashed, and my car spun around at least 200 degrees. the other driver was going so fast, it continued forward more than 150 feet before the driver could get his vehicle to stop after striking my car. the insurance company deemed my car a total loss. during the accident, my head violently struck the door frame and i was knocked unconscious. it is a miracle from god that i wasn't killed! my husband is livid to think i could have died... and to think that the 10 airbags were a big selling point for us when purchasing the vehicle. we thought we were getting a safe vehicle. we feel lied to and abused as there is nothing that can be done about this--so says an attorney--since i was not seriously injured nor killed. after my insurance company pays, i'll still owe about $4000 on my new-ish chevy sonic, and i am still required to pay the balance to ally (holding the loan for this gm car) for a product that didn't perform as it should have to keep me safe. how is this not a crime? isn't this robbery? gm should provide some kind of assistance since it advertised untrue statements about the vehicle. if we would have known the car was unsafe, we would not have bought it. there's too little justice in america these days. gm, if you will make this right, i will place a full page advertisement in my newspaper telling everyone you took responsibility for your fault.

Reported in: TEAGUE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH6C4

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the transmission and it became harder to shift gears. the dealer replaced the cabin filter; however, the vehicle would not shift out of third gear. the failure was not corrected and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 37,000.

Reported in: CHERRY FORK OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH2C4

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact attempted to notify the dealer and manufacturer about having the vehicle repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 14v315000 (power train: automatic transmission), but was unsuccessful. the contact also heard a popping noise coming from the steering wheel and noticed a strong persistent odor of fuel coming through the ventilation system. the dealer stated that the steering column, fuel pump, and caliper pins needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failures recurred. the failure mileage was 11,000.

Reported in: NITRO WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH5C4

STEERING:COLUMN

tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact attempted to notify the dealer and manufacturer about having the vehicle repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 14v315000 (power train: automatic transmission), but was unsuccessful. the contact also heard a popping noise coming from the steering wheel and noticed a strong persistent odor of fuel coming through the ventilation system. the dealer stated that the steering column, fuel pump, and caliper pins needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failures recurred. the failure mileage was 11,000.

Reported in: NITRO WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH5C4

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i was driving at night and it was warm outside.....so bugs caked onto the windshield. when the bugs caked onto the windshield i tried to use my windshield cleaner and nothing would come out and i ended up smearing the bugs. i absolutely could not see....so i made it to the nearest gas station and checked the reservoir to find it empty. i went into the gas station and bought a cheap bottle of clean and put it into the reservoir, and as soon as i put it in a puddle drained from underneath the car. i found that the reservoir could not hold the liquid and i figured that a hose must be loose.

Reported in: ENGLAND AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC5SH1C4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2012 chevrolet sonic. consumer writes in regards to vehicle metal grinding noises when accelerating from a stop. *smd

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH2C4

AIR BAGS

i'm experiencing some issues with the airbag passenger side of my car which is in red on the instrument panel cluster. same description of the airbag recall made on the chevrolet sonic, but mine is not included. i did received a recall on the transmission, but i do believe that airbags is a life hazard for any driver. i called gm customer service, was told no recalls on my model, but not interest shown in finding out about those issues. to be honest there are a lot of things wrong with the car, but for now i'm interest in making sure my airbag is working and i'm more secure on the time of an accident.

Reported in: ALFRED ME || Crash: N || VIN #: 1GJC6SHXC41

POWER TRAIN

tl-the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. the contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v315000 (power train) however the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact has experienced a failure. the failure mileage was 50000. ss

Reported in: LUDOWICI GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JC6SH9C4

POWER TRAIN

shifter button gets stuck and can't take key out of ignition! its been replaced before and this is the second time! dealer wont replace under warranty!

Reported in: NEW CUMBERLAND PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA6SH0C4

SERVICE BRAKES

when i am slowing and there is a grate in the street, my vehicle has problems braking. this has happened numerous times every time i am on a grate, which is fairly common in the city. i told jim butler and they advised me that there was nothing wrong with the brakes (they were doing an oil change and said they checked the brakes). when i drive over ice, it makes a loud noise and there appears to be a problem braking.

Reported in: MAPLEWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1G1JA5SH2C4